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Pafuri Camp

3.5 of 5
Makuleke Concession, Kruger National Park, South Africa
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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

the pafuri camp "was" very special and very, very good for people who already have seen a lot of camps, lodges and wildlife. the tents are great and luxurious, a lot of game is running around between and under the tents and walkways. food is very good. but the camp is due to the january floods destroye. they are going... More

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Preston, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2013

Pafuri is unique in so many ways - the rooms are luxuriouysly appointed tents connected by wooden walkways set well above the ground so that the smaller animals can wander freely through the camp. You can sit on your private deck and watch life go by on the river below - don't try to read as there is always something... More

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Johannesburg
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

Pafuri is honestly my favorite place on Earth. I went there first as part of a research project to characterise the wetlands in the Makuleke Concession in 2010. I was utterly blow away. Not only is the Makuleke Concession much quieter than the rest of the Kruger Park, but the diversity of animals, birds and type is vegetation is incredible.... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013

Pafuri Camp is beautifully located in the shade of big trees on the river. The "tents", more like beautiful little houses, are spacious, very nice decorated and provide everything one could need for a lovely stay. All tents and the deck area are connected via board walks with animals roaming underneath. The deck area is very nice with a lovely... More

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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

An amazing experience for anyone looking for a more secuded exerience of the Kruger. I have never experienced a bush holiday quite like it. The chalets are luxurious with river front views allowing amazing game viewing from the comfort of your room. Our guide Godfrey was enthusiaitic, sharp eyed and eared and an encyclopedia of knowledge on the local birds.... More

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2012

wow wow and more wow. After driving all day from the very moment we arrived we were greeted with smiles. We were guided onto the deck that overlooked the river and were welcomed with drinks and chilled wet towels. The staff were AMAZING! The view is wonderful and the 'tents' were brilliant. They were are raised platforms and were wonderfully... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2012

Pafuri Camp is in the triangle of the Kruger Park where Mozambique, Zimbabwe and South Africa meet. It is not the usual( though wonderful collection) of animals- this is bird and tree country. Think fever tree forests and baobabs , gorges and amazing and rare birds. The camp is very comfortable and stylish - tented bedrooms full of luxury, a... More

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Berkshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2012

Our second visit to Pafuri. Its a wonderful place - with a huge variety of animals and birds etc. The accomodation in raised tents (under thatched roofs) is terrrific - we had a family tent as our son was staying with us. If you're concerned about "camping", don't be! Its really a beautiful room with fully functioning electrics and plumbing... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2012

Our second visit to Pafuri. Its a wonderful place - with a huge variety of animals and birds etc. The accomodation in raised tents (under thatched roofs) is terrrific - we had a family tent as our son was staying with us. If you're concerned about "camping", don't be! Its really a beautiful room with fully functioning electrics and plumbing... More

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Aalsmeer, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

Very kind staff in the lodge. The guides are also very friendly and good drivers with a lot of knowledge of the nature. The food is great and the drinks are fine. Very good walking bridges through the private tents. The lodge is very clean and in a very good condition. The game drives in the northern part of the... More

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Also Known As:
Pafuri Camp Hotel
Pafuri Camp Hotel Kruger National Park
Address: Makuleke Concession, Kruger National Park, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Kruger National Park
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #71 of 131 Speciality lodging in Kruger National Park
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Pafuri Camp lies along a bend of the Luvuvhu River shaded by enormous jackal berry and nyala berry trees. Its 20 tents are en-suite under thatch with indoor and outdoor showers. The main area, with its large decks, open-sided lounge and dining rooms and swimming pool, is perfect for relaxing and watching the wildlife drawn to the Luvuvhu to drink. The colourful fabrics reflect the culture of the Makuleke community with whom Wilderness Adventures has partnered at Pafuri. The camp and its walkways are raised off the ground, allowing wildlife to move undisturbed to and from the river. The Makuleke Concession is explored through a variety of activities, ranging from game drives in open vehicles to walks and trails and ideally complements the scenery, experience and game viewing offered in central and southern Kruger. ... more   less 

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